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LP Review: Outshine-Truthsayer

 


Words written by Anselm Anderson

Gothic Rock act Outshine released their first studio album since signing for Eclipse Records last week. Titled Truthsayer, it’s their fifth release overall, packed with haunting keys, dark, hypnotic vocals, and crushing backbeats that perfectly capture the essence of dark, atmospheric metal.

Formed in Gothenburg, Sweden, Outshine have been round for over thirty years, having toured across the States and Europe. They’ve shared the stage with renowned acts like Paradise Lost and performed over three hundred shows. Now joining Eclipse Records with a rich history, they bring along a lineup of talented musicians, consisting of  founding vocalist Jimmy Boman, drummer Robert Petersson,bassist Niklas Ingvarsson , and  guitarist and backing vocalist Par Arvidsson.

Produced by and recorded by Kenny Boufadene and Jimmy Boman at Studio Meltdown, Kungsbacka, Sweden,The duo have captured the melancholic essence of the band's nature through nine dark, eerie songs.

Photo courtesy of Jimmy Boman

The album kicks off with the moody alt-metal vibe of "Enough," a track featuring poetic lyrics and haunting, sharp keys that hit deep. "Emptiness Inside" hits with raw poignancy and pain, driven by thick, heavy basslines and sombre, monotonous vocals that capture the feeling of depression and sorrow. The mood turns darker with "Our Minds," featuring eerie keys and backing vocals that feel like the band breaking free from its restraints.

The album continues it's momentum through melancholic and heartfelt tracks that don't stray away from it's mould.. The vocals are raw and sincere, capturing every bit of the band’s emotions. Paired with beautiful and elegant music, it’s like watching an artist bring a canvas to life. Tracks like "I Am Darkness" and "The Darkest Place" feel like farewells, as the band parts ways with their darker, gloomier side.

The album finishes with a two part track called "World Ending Fascists", which sound as cheerful as the name implies. The first track is a short prelude to the longer, goosebump-inducing sequel. The disturbing lyrics are paired with toe-curling strings, creating a haunting atmosphere. The album seems heavily influenced by eighties electronic pop bands like Depeche Mode and nineties gothic metal bands like Type O Negative. This is a release for fans of that era of Gothic music. 

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